Hi Guys, can anyone recommend a decent webcam with microphone for Skype sitting at a desktop PC. Would like to get one before EOFY
I dont want a headset but consider a desktop mic with webcam or webcam with bulit-in mic. The intended use is for skyping the grandparents with my two you kids.
I had a look at the old threads but they are many years old. Budget is under 200 dollars
TIA
Thanks scrimshaw, decent review but I suppose audio is always going to be a limitation with these devices. Is it worth considering a usb condenser mic and webcam without buily-in mic? I probably would using it for work as well as I work out of a home office
Yeah you can buy a budget clip-on mic that you can attach to your collar or you can buy a desktop based one. I recommend the FIFINE K669 as it was featured on Linus Tech Tips, and it has a physical gain control on the unit that you can use to adjust the mic volume manually.
For myself, I am using this cheap $2 dollar lapel mic from Zapals and occasionally a gaming headset.
I bought a Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920 one year ago or so when I was looking for something compatible with both Windows (bootcamp) and Mac OS and it still works with High Sierra, audio and image are very clear.
Logitech c930e, should be around $110 dollars on eBay if you're using coupon codes.
Review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxQI4C4m7CA
If you want a super budget method — your phone or Tablet already makes for a pretty good Skype / videoconferencing device.
I just mount my Samsung on a cheap $4 dollar tripod and use that for video conferencing on Hangouts once a month. Most flagship mobile phones do a very good job of producing clear video and clear audio.